Cedar Shoals was designated a “high AP potential school” based on scores on certain sections of the PSAT, a test students take to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship program, and because Cedar Shoals is a Title I school with a high proportion of students from low-income families.

The money Cedar Shoals is receiving will be used by teachers for professional development and to acquire classroom materials, college-level textbooks, lab and technology equipment, and other resources necessary for a high-quality AP course.

“We already have a successful and robust AP Program, but this just adds even more opportunities for our students to benefit from our strong curriculum,” said Principal Tony Price in a news release.”

Students who take AP courses and do well on tests can get college credit for their work.